Today's Message
Posted: Friday, February 11, 2011Workplace Violence Prevention Training
An incident of workplace violence could have lifelong consequences for employees and their families. Human Resources offers workplace a violence/domestic violence prevention training for all employees. Sessions are conducted by Sam Lunetta, retired University Police lieutenant. Participation at this training is mandated for all public employees under New York State Labor Law Section 27-b.
Topics covered include:
-Recognizing warning signs for potential violence
-Assessing risk in various work settings
-What to do and not do if presented with a violent situation
-Campus resources available to prevent violence
A one-hour “Basic Training Session” will be held Thursday, February 17, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m in Cleveland Hall 418. An expanded “Refresher Class,” (includes “What Would You Do” scenarios) will be held on Thursday, March 3, from 10:00 a.m to noon. Visit the HR website or call ext. 4822 to register.
This mandated training is also available online for those unable to attend the group sessions. Employees may access the program on ANGEL. (Go to: Campus Group Section, select “Workplace Violence Prevention Group.”)
